Toyota Yaris 1.0 / 1.3 VVT-i Engine Replacement Compare Prices & Get Quotes

A used Toyota Yaris 1.0 VVT-i (1KR-FE) engine costs £300-£700 supply-only; reconditioned units are £900-£1,800; fully rebuilt engines range from £1,500-£2,800 supply-only [EM-QUOTE]. For the 1.3 VVT-i (2NZ-FE, 2SZ-FE), used units cost £350-£800; reconditioned are £1,000-£2,000; rebuilt range from £1,800-£3,000. Fitting adds approximately £390-£520 in labour at an independent specialist (6-8 hours).

• Used: lowest cost, variable condition and mileage
• Reconditioned: tested, cleaned and wear components replaced
• Rebuilt: full strip-down with upgraded components and 12-month warranty

The most common symptom is the check engine light accompanied by code P0011 (1KR-FE) or P1349 (2NZ-FE), followed by rough idling, loss of power and poor fuel economy. You may notice the engine struggling to accelerate or running unevenly at low speeds.

• Code P0011 specifically indicates a camshaft timing issue on the 1KR-FE
• Code P1349 indicates a VVT controller problem on the 2NZ-FE
• The VVT-i controller is a known weak point on Yaris petrol engines

A typical Toyota Yaris 1.0 or 1.3 VVT-i (2005-2015) is worth approximately £1,500-£6,000 [THIRD-PARTY]. A reconditioned or rebuilt engine at £900-£3,000 supply-only represents 20-60% of the vehicle's value - which can be viable, especially if the car is otherwise well-maintained and has low mileage.

• If the car is worth under £2,000, consider a used engine or VVT-i controller-only repair
• If the car is worth £3,000+, a rebuilt engine with warranty is usually the smartest investment
• A 12-month warranty protects against further unexpected costs

The 1KR-FE is a 3-cylinder engine introduced in 2005 for the Mk2 Yaris, replacing the 4-cylinder 1SZ-FE from the Mk1. The 1KR-FE produces 68-69hp and is lighter and more fuel-efficient than its predecessor. The 1SZ-FE (1999-2005) produced 68hp from a 4-cylinder configuration.

• The 1KR-FE is more common in UK Yaris models from 2005 onwards
• Both engines use VVT-i technology but have different failure patterns
• The 1KR-FE is known for P0011 VVT-i timer issues

A professional engine replacement on a Toyota Yaris 1.0 or 1.3 VVT-i typically takes 6-8 working hours for an experienced specialist. Allow 2-3 working days from workshop drop-off to collection, depending on parts availability and workshop workload.

• Supply-only engines can be delivered nationwide within 2-5 working days
• Book supply & fit through our network for a seamless experience
• Always confirm turnaround time directly with your chosen specialist

The Toyota Yaris 1.0 and 1.3 VVT-i engines are among the most reliable small petrol engines on the market, with many examples exceeding 150,000 miles. The 1KR-FE three-cylinder and 2NZ-FE/2SZ-FE four-cylinder units are known for their durability and low running costs.

• The VVT-i system is the most common failure point
• Regular oil changes (every 10,000 miles) are critical for VVT-i longevity
• Rebuilt engines through EnginesMarket include upgraded components addressing known weaknesses